Dr. Martyn Bone

Associate Professor

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Biography

Martyn Bone is an associate professor in the Department of English, Germanic and Romance Studies at the University of Copenhagen, specializing in American literature and transnational American studies. His research primarily focuses on literature and culture of the U.S. South and African American literature. Bone has authored and co-edited several books, including works on authors like Jesmyn Ward and prominent themes in contemporary literature such as environmental catastrophe and literary geography. He has a significant teaching portfolio covering American literature, African American literature, and U.S. popular music. Bone's contributions have appeared in various esteemed journals, and he has served on editorial boards including the Journal of American Studies. His previous experience includes positions at the University of Mississippi and the University of Nottingham. He is also a member of his department's research forum on environmental humanities and the PhD coordinator. Bone has held visiting positions at institutions like the University of Sydney and the University of Manchester, enriching academic discourse through workshops and seminars. His scholarly profile includes a broad spectrum of research interests, underscoring his commitment to advancing American literary studies.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Teaching and researching in American literature and transnational American studies.

Visiting Professor

2022-01-01 — 2022-12-31

University of Sydney • Sydney, Australia

Visiting fellow contributing to American studies research activities.

Associate Professor

2010-01-01 — 2012-12-31

University of Mississippi • Oxford, MS, USA

Tenured position focusing on American literature.

Lecturer

2002-01-01 — 2003-12-31

University of Nottingham • Nottingham, UK

Lecturing in American studies.

Requirements for University of Copenhagen

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:83
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology Minimum 45 ECTS in core psychology areas Minimum 20 ECTS in methodology and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's diploma
  • Transcript of records
  • Course descriptions
  • Self-assessment form
  • Documentation of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.